Where There's Woke

Joining the discussion is Matt Cameron, a keen observer of current political events. The conversation dives into the chaos following Trump's guilty verdict for falsifying business records. Cameron analyzes the outrageous reactions from the Right and how they reflect broader political tensions. They also critique the media's portrayal and the implications of a gag order affecting Trump's proceedings. With a blend of humor and critique, they highlight the absurdity of the political landscape while urging grassroots action against injustices.

Aaron Rodgers, a star NFL quarterback known for his outspoken views, joins insightful commentator Noah Lugeons. They dissect the unsettling normalization of conspiracy theories, particularly in sports and politics. The conversation highlights Rodgers' controversial ties to vaccine skepticism and eccentric wellness practices, like darkness retreats. With humor, they critique the societal obsession with diets and health misconceptions, while exploring the complex relationship between fame, politics, and public perception in today's cultural landscape.

Joining the conversation are Lydia, an insightful guide in New College's quest for a permanent president, and Thomas, a victim of comedic torment from the college's Dean of Students. They uncover questionable financial decisions, including a controversial bonus for the president, and a lack of accountability in leadership. Lydia also subjects Thomas to cringe-worthy childhood tales delivered comedically, mixing humor with serious critiques of free speech and institutional responses in academia.

Richard Corcoran, the Interim President of New College, appointed by the DeSantis Board, dives into the heated controversies surrounding his leadership. He shares insights on his political past and critiques the lavish spending of Florida officials. The discussion takes a critical look at the relationship between teachers' unions and school choice advocacy, revealing corruption and favoritism in educational contracts. With a humorous touch, they unpack the implications of political maneuvers and the influence of local journalists in uncovering corruption.

The impact of a mid-year takeover at New College disrupts lives and raises questions about governance. Faculty departures and student protests reveal a struggle for identity and activism amid conservative shifts. The debate over free speech intensifies as artistic expression faces suppression. Tensions around a new sports program highlight the clash between academics and athletics. Personal stories of resilience show the importance of open dialogue in education, while financial vulnerabilities threaten the future of small colleges.

New College, Part 1: The Takeover Last year, Governor Meatball DeSantis successfully launched a takeover at the New College of Florida by appointing like-minded folks to the Board of Trustees, who swiftly enacted several significant "culture war" changes. This is Part 1 of a series where we walk you through what happened at New College, who was involved, and the impact to the students, faculty, and staff who experienced their entire world changing in a matter of weeks. If you enjoy our work, please consider leaving a 5-star review! You can always email questions, comments, and leads to lydia@seriouspod.com. Please pretty please consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/wherethereswoke!

Folks, there are anti-woke crybabies, and there are anti-woke crybabies, and then there is Scott Gerber. Scott Gerber may be the new leader in the WTW clubhouse for pathetic, egomaniacal anti-woke manbabies. You might not recognize the name, but you likely will recognize this joke of an article he wrote defending Clarence Thomas, "Supreme Court justices are allowed to have friends." Believe us when we say, Scott Gerber's victim complex when it comes to his own life makes the Clarence Thomas article look like the dudes from The 300. Lydia's got the story for us, and you won't want to miss it. Feel free to email us at lydia@seriouspod.com or thomas@seriouspod.com! Please pretty please consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/wherethereswoke!

This wild ride into JBP's dealings wouldn't be the same without a deeper dive into the MBA Fellowship he "founded" and a look into how he conducts the rest of his businesses. Spoiler: like the man himself, it's all just really strange. And we talk about Mikhaila Peterson, the OG meat-eater, for the first time in this series! Wired Investigation into Registered Agents, Inc. Lawsuit RA Inc Named Feel free to email us at lydia@seriouspod.com or thomas@seriouspod.com! Please pretty please consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/wherethereswoke!

Part 6 of Junk Science and So Much Grift: The Jordan Peterson Story It's finally here!!! Our coverage of the long-awaited missing study and fraud-adjacent activity committed by Jordan Peterson. Were Brophy and Peterson just making shit up? Or was there a top secret study no one published? Also where did Peterson's research money go? This all sure seems sketchy AF. Feel free to email us at lydia@seriouspod.com or thomas@seriouspod.com! Please pretty please consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/wherethereswoke!

Part 5 of Junk Science and So Much Grift: The Jordan Peterson Story Just wait until you hear some of these questions in the "PC Battery." They are not measuring anything remotely useful. It's actually hilarious. Lydia and I play a game of making the rubric and grading each other's political correctness points, based on our best attempt to estimate what Brophy would have done. It's nonsense! What are the factors in reality? They aren't what JBP and Brophy think. Feel free to email us at lydia@seriouspod.com or thomas@seriouspod.com! Please pretty please consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/wherethereswoke!